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B.C. police discipline ruling voided because officer overseeing investigation retired
VANCOUVER — A disciplinary decision against a former Vancouver police sergeant, who was found to…
Plan to add resources to border will come before Trump inauguration: LeBlanc
OTTAWA — Canada will beef up its border security in time for the inauguration of…
2024 in pop culture: In a bruising year, we sought out fantasy, escapism – and cute little animals
NEW YORK (AP) — I’ll get you, my pretty! And your little pygmy hippo, too!…
Vancouver home sales jump in November as more new listings keep prices steady: board
VANCOUVER — Greater Vancouver Realtors say the number of homes that changed hands in the…
Investissement Québec invests US$25M in maker of Sheertex rip-resistant tights
MONTREAL — Investissement Québec is investing US$25 million in the company that makes Sheertex tights.…
Fog advisory lifts for Vancouver area, but near-zero visibility could return
VANCOUVER — A fog advisory that covered much of Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley…
Canada Post removes deadline for Santa letter program amid strike
Canada Post says it has removed the deadline for its Santa Claus letter program amid…
Liberal minister says Trump was joking when he suggested Canada become 51st state
OTTAWA — President-elect Donald Trump was joking when he suggested Canada become the 51st U.S.…
Retail council calls for government intervention in Canada Post strike
The Retail Council of Canada is calling on the federal government to intervene in a…
Joly touts ‘private’ diplomacy as Mexico criticizes Canada’s culture, trade
OTTAWA — Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly is not escalating a war of words with…
Kansas City Royals reach agreement with Diamond Sports Group to continue airing games
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Royals announced Tuesday they have a reached…
Is Enron back? If it’s a joke, some former employees aren’t laughing
HOUSTON (AP) — An elaborate parody appears to be behind an effort to resurrect Enron,…
Commanders hire Campbell’s CEO Mark Clouse as their new team president
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Commanders hired Mark Clouse as their new team president Tuesday,…
Is Enron back? If it’s a joke, some former employees aren’t laughing
HOUSTON (AP) — An elaborate parody appears to be behind an effort to resurrect Enron,…
Saskatchewan introduces legislative amendment to keep carbon levy off home heating
REGINA — Saskatchewan introduced a promised legislative amendment Tuesday that would continue to see residents…
Bank of America signs again with FIFA for US-hosted Club World Cup that still has no TV deals
GENEVA (AP) — World Cup sponsor Bank of America teamed with FIFA for a second…
Canadians warned to use caution in South Korea after martial law declared then lifted
VANCOUVER — Global Affairs Canada is warning Canadians in South Korea to avoid demonstrations and…
Australia is banning social media for people under 16. Could this work elsewhere – or even there?
It is an ambitious social experiment of our moment in history — one that experts…
Postal union says it sent new proposals to mediator as strike nears three weeks
OTTAWA — The Canadian Union of Postal Workers says it’s sent another round of counter-proposals…
How an Irish YouTuber turned a niche following into millions for charities with holiday livestreams
NEW YORK (AP) — Seán McLoughlin wears a lot of hats: YouTuber. Voice actor. Coffee…
Home Depot looks to build on 2026 FIFA World Cup audience in Canada, U.S. and Mexico
The FIFA World Cup is more than a soccer showcase. It’s big business with the…
Australia is banning social media for people under 16. Could this work elsewhere – or even there?
It is an ambitious social experiment of our moment in history — one that experts…
The end of an Eras tour approaches, marking a bittersweet moment for Taylor Swift fans
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — After more than 150 shows across five continents over nearly two…
Poilievre offers two hours on Monday for Freeland to present fall economic statement
OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is offering to give up time on an opposition…